1979 Ford Escort vs. 1982 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1982 Opel Corsa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Corsa (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1979 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Escort weights approximately 125 kg more than 1982 Opel Corsa.
Because 1979 Ford Escort is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Opel Corsa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1982 Opel Corsa (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Escort | 1982 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Escort | Corsa |
Year Released | 1979 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2350 mm |